White Corn Tortilla Soup

2 T olive oil
2 small corn tortillas cut 1 inch squares (yes, just two)
1 small or 1/2 large sweet onion diced
2 cloves garlic
1 1/2 tbsp cumin
1 tbsp salt
pepper to taste
1 tbsp chili powder
2 cups frozen white corn (divided)
2 cans mexican stewed tomatoes (i used S&W mexican stewed)
1 quart chicken broth

in large soup/stock pot heat olive oil and fry tortilla squares until golden brown. add onion and cook until translucent. add all spices and garlic and heat until fragrant. add 1 cup corn and saute for 1-2 minutes making sure not to burn garlic. add undrained tomatoes and chicken broth and bring up to a boil. boil for about 5-10 minutes. using a handheld (immersion) blender, blend soup to puree. you can also use a stand blender in batches, making sure to vent the lid (or you'll have an explosion of soup on your ceiling...don't ask). once pureed, add the remaining 1 cup frozen corn and heat through. garnish with crushed tortilla chips, or even better make homemade tortilla strips, sour cream, cheese, avocado, cilantro and anything else! it's delish.

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Zesty Chicken with Corn Salsa

2	teaspoons chili powder
2	teaspoons brown sugar
1	teaspoon ground cumin
4	boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lb)
2	tablespoons olive oil
1	can (about 1 cup) whole kernel sweet corn, drained
1/2	small red bell pepper, chopped
1/2	small cucumber, chopped
1/2	cup red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3	tablespoons lime juice
1/4	teaspoon salt

1.	In cup, combine chili powder, brown sugar and cumin. Rub both sides of chicken breasts with the spice mixture.
2.	In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook chicken in hot oil 12 minutes, turning occasionally, or until instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest portion reads 160°F and juices run clear.
3.	Meanwhile, in medium bowl, stir together corn, red pepper, cucumber, kidney beans, lime juice and salt.
4.	Evenly divide corn salsa onto 4 plates. Top each with a chicken breast.

Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potato Fries:

• 6 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut evenly into French fries
• 1 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 - 2 tablespoons seasonings (Lawry's, sea salt, depending on taste)
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• Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Mix fries, oil and seasonings in ziplock bag. Toss to coat well. Spread evenly on cookie sheets. Bake at 400 for 20 minutes. Flip and bake them at 425 for an additional 15-20 minutes. Enjoy the beta carotene and vitamin A!

Here's to our health

Today the Dr said I was in excellent health, and to just keep doing what I've been doing! Imagine that. Coke, Carbs and Candy will do it every time! Mom

What does Mina have to do with fitness? Nothing, really.

Just thought I'd post this pic of Mina, compliments of Holly!

Yummy New Recipe:

This easy chowder has less than 1 gram of fat, 4.5 grams of fiber, and 15 grams of protein. Enjoy!

Really Easy Chowder (4 servings)

1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 tsp dried oregano

1 tsp dried basil

salt & pepper to taste

2 tsp sugar

1 cup chicken bouillion

1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained

1/2 pound frozen cod filets cut in bite size pieces (may substitute tilapia or other fish which I found at Sam's club)

In medium pot place undrained tomatoes, peppers, and seasonings. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Add chicken stock, beans and frozen cod. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 - 15 minutes.